if a train travels at 80 mph for 15 mins, what is the distance traveled?

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    math_celebrity Administrator Staff Member

    if a train travels at 80 mph for 15 mins, what is the distance traveled?

    Let d = distance, r = rate, and t = time, we have the distance equation:
    D = rt

    Plugging in our values for r and t, we have:
    D = 80mph * 15 min

    Remember our speed is in miles per hour, so 15 min equal 1/4 of an hour
    D = 80mph * 1/4
    D = 20 miles
     

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